Mr. Phuwanart Suraboonkul has been appointed Managing Director of Manroland Thailand with immediate effect. He will be responsible for the company’s overall operation and business development in Thailand.

Besides a strong academic background, Mr. Phuwanart, 44, has extensive knowledge of the printing industry after having been in the business for 25 years.

A marketing degree holder with a diploma in engineering from Rajamangala University of Technology Krungthep (RMUTK), Mr. Phuwanart started his career as a service technician for printing machines in 1990. He joined Manroland’s sales team five years later.

During his 20 years in sales, Mr. Phuwanart has established a strong relationship with customers demonstrating effective leadership; and is well placed to know what the Thai market requires and how Manroland can best help customers to develop their business. Mr. Phuwanart is confident about leading the Manroland Thailand team to the next level and help drive the growth of the country’s printing industry.

He will take over from Mr. Tirapong Ratchtawongpipat, who leaves after years of dedicated service to Manroland Thailand.

Mr. Rafael Penuela, CEO of Manroland Sheetfed GmbH, thanked Mr. Tirapong for his contribution to Manroland Thailand and at the same time congratulated Mr. Phuwanart on his new role. 

The company is fully confident that under Mr. Phuwanart’s stewardship, the Manroland Thailand team will continue to serve customers with utmost professionalism and devotion.

“We always attach great importance to the market in Thailand,’’ Mr. Penuela said. “We are absolutely committed to this market. We will continue to help our customers to achieve sustained profitability through research and development, and considerate service.”